Man United v Everton team news: Marouane Fellaini starts against former club

Robin van Persie was again absent from the Manchester United squad but Marouane Fellaini was selected to face former club Everton at Old Trafford.

Van Persie had not recovered from toe and groin problems that have now ruled him out for four games but Fellaini replaced suspended England star Phil Jones while Rafael was also selected ahead of Jonny Evans, whilst veteran Ryan Giggs got the nod over Tom Cleverley.

Roberto Martinez was aiming to do something David Moyes did not manage in 11 attempts, namely win at Old Trafford, and made two changes with Ross Barkley and Kevin Mirallas replacing Leon Osman and Gerard Deulofeu.